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Bill > A09477
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Introduced
03/07/2022
03/07/2022
In Committee
03/07/2022
03/07/2022
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2022
12/31/2022
Introduced Session
2021-2022 General Assembly
Bill Summary
AN ACT to amend the election law, in relation to furnishing money or entertainment to induce attendance at polls
AI Summary
This bill amends the New York Election Law to prohibit the provision of any money, food, drink, or other entertainment to induce attendance at polling places during voting hours, with the exception of nominal items like snacks, water, or soft drinks without any identification of the provider, which can be given to people in polling places or in line to vote. The bill aims to prevent the use of such means to influence voter turnout or behavior during elections.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (8)
Jo Anne Simon (D)*,
Maritza Davila (D),
Harvey Epstein (D),
Nathalia Ferna´ndez (D),
Sandy Galef (D),
Richard Gottfried (D),
Phil Ramos (D),
Al Stirpe (D),
Last Action
referred to election law (on 03/07/2022)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2021/A9477 |
| BillText | https://assembly.state.ny.us/leg/?default_fld=&bn=A09477&term=2021&Summary=Y&Actions=Y&Text=Y&Committee%26nbspVotes=Y&Floor%26nbspVotes=Y#A09477 |
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